Engine Rating – Oiler

Position: Engine Rating - Oiler

Location: Tanger Med, Morocco

Department: Marine Operations

Reports to: Chief Engineer / Tug Master

Key Responsibilities

1. Engine Room Operations

• Assist the Chief Engineer in the daily operation and monitoring of the vessel's main engines, auxiliary engines, generators, pumps and other machinery.
• Perform routine engine-room rounds and inspections to ensure equipment is operating safely and efficiently.
• Monitor machinery parameters, including temperatures, pressures, oil levels and fuel consumption, and report any abnormalities immediately.
• Assist with engine-room watchkeeping duties as assigned.
• Maintain accurate records of machinery checks, readings and operational activities.

2. Maintenance and Technical Support

• Carry out routine preventive maintenance, lubrication, cleaning and servicing of engine-room equipment.
• Assist engineers with troubleshooting, repairs and technical interventions.
• Maintain the cleanliness, organisation and housekeeping standards of the engine room and machinery spaces.
• Monitor stocks of lubricants, oils, spare parts and technical consumables and report replenishment requirements.

3. Safety and Environmental Compliance

• Follow all company Health, Safety, Environment and Quality (HSEQ) policies and procedures.
• Comply with applicable maritime regulations, safety standards and onboard instructions.
• Participate in emergency drills, safety meetings and onboard training activities.
• Immediately report accidents, incidents, near misses, equipment defects and potential hazards.
• Ensure proper handling, storage and disposal of oils, fuels and other hazardous substances to prevent environmental pollution.

4. Teamwork and Communication

• Work closely with the Chief Engineer, Tug Master and other crew members to ensure safe and efficient vessel operations.
• Communicate machinery defects, maintenance requirements and operational concerns promptly.
• Support crew members during maintenance activities and other operational tasks when required.
• Contribute to a positive safety culture and effective teamwork onboard.

Qualifications and Experience

• Moroccan nationality.
• Relevant maritime education, technical training or professional qualification in marine engineering or a related mechanical field.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience in an engine-room environment, preferably onboard tugboats or other commercial vessels.
• Valid seafarer documentation and applicable STCW certificates required for the position.
• Good knowledge of marine engines, auxiliary machinery, pumps, lubrication systems and basic maintenance procedures.
• Understanding of onboard safety, environmental and emergency procedures.
• Good communication skills in Arabic; French and English are an advantage.
• Ability to work effectively within a multicultural and operational team.

Personal Competencies

• Strong safety awareness and commitment to safe working practices.
• Technical aptitude and attention to detail.
• Reliability, discipline and sense of responsibility.
• Proactive attitude and problem-solving skills.
• Team spirit and effective communication.
• Ability to work under operational pressure and adapt to changing vessel requirements.

Working Environment

The position is based onboard Svitzer harbour tugboats operating at Tanger Med Port.

The successful candidate must be willing to work according to the company's established seafarer rotation schedule and operational requirements.

Our Commitment

At Svitzer, our people are at the heart of our business. We are committed to providing a safe, inclusive and professional working environment where teamwork, operational excellence and continuous improvement are valued.

Building a Diverse Workplace

In Svitzer we value the diversity of our talent and will always strive to recruit the best person for the job - we value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to gender, age, nationality, race, sexual orientation, disability, or religious beliefs. We are proud of our diversity and see it as a genuine source of strength for building high performing teams.

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that members from some under-represented groups are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t meet every single qualification. At Svitzer we are dedicated to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles, and we are excited about hearing from you!

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